Company Description

Skyborne's vision is to be the most respected and trusted commercial pilot training academy in the industry, delivering airline-ready pilots, and to achieve this we are radically redefining every aspect of airline pilot training, from our unique educational approach to our world-class facilities. We are fully committed to developing a dynamic, engaging and welcoming environment for the next generation of airline pilots to hone their skills. 

Based in Gloucestershire in the UK, with flight training partners in the US and Europe, we have amazing facilities and the right balance between training and self-motivated learning. Our Progressive Continuous Learning method focuses on ensuring candidates are always developing their talents and absorbing new skills from our vastly experienced instructors. 

Job Description

The Fleet Support Assistants are primarily responsible for ensuring the Fleet Support Technicians are assisted in the maintenance and care of Skyborne’s fleet of Diamond and Slingsby aircraft.

This new and exciting role will use the individuals personal drive and professionalism to support all areas of the maintenance team providing exceptional service standards reflecting the Skyborne ethos. A dynamic and progressive role, the Fleet Support Assistants will be adaptable and positive in an evolving Maintenance Department.

This role will be responsible for:

• Assist technicians with scheduled maintenance on fleet aircraft
• Ensuring Health & Safety and regulatory standards are met within the maintenance environment at all times
• Support the compliance with regulatory responsibilities of UKCAA as per the approved Exposition
• Assist with stock control and stores support
• Support of ongoing hangar cleanliness and organisation to ensure safe and effective working environment
• Support the operation with aircraft handling and stand placement, refuelling and aircraft valet and detailing

Qualifications

• Baseline understanding of aircraft and maintenance processes
• Desire to develop skills and progress in the maintenance environment
• High standard of communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with staff and produce accurate maintenance paperwork
• Ability to concentrate and work in a fast-paced environment 
• Good attention to detail, methodical and organised
• Readily accepts changes and adjusts accordingly 

Additional Information

Full time, permanent opportunity. 40 Hours per week,  

We also offer an extremely competitive benefits package which includes:

• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of UK public holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Death in Service Benefit

If you have the aspiration and enthusiasm to be part of our team please apply.